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I am a trial lawyer, plain and simple. I pride myself on my prepartion and instincts. As a career-long defender, I know the value in truly getting to know my clients so that I can best communicate their story to a judge or jury. I make it a priorty to be upfront, genuine and honest and will fight to get you the best possible result. I have extensive experience representing individuals charged with a variety of criminal offenses including DUI, narcotics, gun cases, assault, robbery, and burglary. As a major trial attorney with the Defender Association of Philadelphia, I represented thousands of individuals charged with a wide range misdemeanors and felonies within the city of Philadelphia. As a lawyer in private practice, I have remained committed to criminal and DUI defense throughout the Commonwealth, with a focus on Bucks County, Montgomery County, and Philadelphia. Put experience in your corner, let me fight for you.
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State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2008
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501 Cambria Avenue, Suite 150, Bensalem, PA, 19020
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Posted by Sara bonner | December 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Fantastic attorney
I had a case in June, 2015. It was my first time in trouble and I was unfamiliar with anything about the law. I received several different letters from law firms offering consultations when I didn’t even know that I really need a lawyer. After speaking with Dan I knew that I needed the help and hired...
Posted by Ryan | December 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
Excellent Representation
Daniel was absolutely fantastic I had a temporary restraining order, that was granted off baseless accusations. The accusations though we're serious and without daniels knowledge and passion of the law I'm not sure I could have received the result of a full dismissal without him. He's a fantastic att...
Posted by anonymous | November 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Great Lawyer
Dan was a great lawyer, he was always available right away when I had any questions or concerns by both e-mail and phone. He explained everything to me with my case in detail and didn't leave anything out with court fees, license suspension, etc.
Posted by anonymous | August 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Outstanding Attorney
Having a few legal issues, I contacted Atty. Schatz. After my initial consultation, I knew immediately that Attorney Schatz was the lawyer for me. He was real, down to earth, listened to me, asked alot of questions, identified issues, analyzed my case and gave me alot of information on the law. We...
Posted by tony | July 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Excellent attorney
Mr. Daniel Schatz represented me in my legal issue.He was very knowledgeable, and professional. He always kept me informed of the next step throughout the process reassuring me along the way. He was always honest with me and always made me feel comfortable. I always felt that he had my best interes...
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Dan since he became a lawyer working with the Public Defenders Office and now in private practice. Dan has always been a true professional in and out of the Courtroom. He is a zealous advocate for his clients while bringing practicality to every situation, making sure his clients obtain the best possible result."
"Smart, level-headed, and friendly. Dan is a tremendous presence in the legal community. He is very intelligent and has a record of accomplishments that few can even get close to."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is very knowledgable and conscientious and gets great results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dan has years of experience and thousands of cases under his belt. He is a zealous advocate for his clients"
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2025
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2024
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2023
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2022
Client's Choice, Avvo
2022
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2021
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2021
Client's Choice, Avvo
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyers of America
2020
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2019
Finalist, Bucks Happening
2019
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Best in Bucks, Bucks County Courier Times
2017
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Best in Bucks, Bucks County Courier Times
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Client's Choice, Avvo
2016
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2015
Best in Bucks, Bucks County Courier Times
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2020 - Present
Partner, Schatz & Stancu LLP
2016 - 2022
Conflict Counsel, Bucks County Court Of Common Pleas
2014 - 2020
Attorney, Law Office of Daniel Schatz, LLC
2013 - 2014
Attorney, Young, Klein & Associates
2008 - 2013
Attorney, Major Trial Unit, Defender Association Of Philadelphia
2015 - Present
Bucks County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of PennsylvaniaMember
2013 - Present
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Judgement of Acquittal
Dismissed.
ARD
Guilty plea to misdemeanor - 2 years probation.
Charges dismissed.
Not Guilty - all charges - following trial.
Guilty Terroristic Threats (M1) only, sentenced to time served.
Not guilty of Aggravated Assault.
2008
Juris Doctor
2005
Bachelor of Arts
English
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